Miami Family Travel Guide

Miami Family Travel Guide

Family Destinations Near Miami

Southeast Family States/Provinces

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Miami Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

  • Swim, play, and sunbathe on more than 15 miles of sandy beaches.
  • Visit the Everglades, America's most endangered wetlands.
  • Snorkel the reefs of Biscayne National Park.
  • See tigers, flamingos, elephants, and exotic birds at Miami Metrozoo.
  • Play your way through the laws of physics at the Miami Museum of Science.

Family Overview: Miami, Florida

By Candyce H. Stapen
With more than 15 miles of sandy shoreline, Miami is sun and fun writ large. Don't forget, however, that the Miami area also features prime off-the-beach attractions such as a world-class zoo, playful children's museum, great golf courses, and easy access to the natural wonders of Biscayne and Everglades national parks. Read More

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from: $239

The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne

455 Grand Bay Drive
Key Biscayne, FL 33149 Map

Distance: 6.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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from: $199

Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort

4400 NW 87th Avenue
Miami, FL 33178 Map

Distance: 9.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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from: $228

Trump International Beach Resort

18001 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles, FL 33160 Map

Distance: 12.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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Attractions

Bill Baggs Cape Florida Park

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1200 S. Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

Distance: 6.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Among the tall, breezy palms at the southern end of Key Biscayne stands Cape Florida's historic... Read More
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Eco-Adventure Tours

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Miami, Florida

Distance: 0.4 mi. (from destination center)

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For the eco-conscious traveler, the Miami-Dade Parks and Recreation Department offers guided... Read More

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Miami Children's Museum

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980 MacArthur Causeway
Miami, Florida

Distance: 1.3 mi. (from destination center)

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This brand new museum, located across the MacArthur Causeway from Parrot... Read More

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Airports

Major Airports near Miami

Distance (mi.)
Miami International Airport 5.8 map
Fort Lauderdale International Airport 20.3 map
West Palm Beach International Airport 63.2 map

Other Smaller Airports near Miami

Distance (mi.)
Bimini North SPB 58.8 map
Marathon Flight Strip Airport 90.6 map
Freeport Grand Bahama International Airport 108.4 map

Flight Deals to Miami

Originating From
Orlando (ORL) to Miami (MIA) $146
Washington, DC (WAS) to Miami (MIA) $154
Atlanta (ATL) to Miami (MIA) $156
Philadelphia (PHL) to Miami (MIA) $156
Boston (BOS) to Miami (MIA) $160

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1 Bedroom VACATION HOME in MIAMI, FL

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Jacuzzi, No Pets, Playground, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool, TV
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from: $219

2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in MIAMI, FL

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: No Pets, Playground, Smoking OK, Swimming Pool
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Castle Beach Club 1-Bedroom Oceanfront Suite

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 4
Amenities: Air Conditioning, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Garage, Hot Tub, Jacuzzi, Linens, Microwave, Oceanfront, Refrigerator, Sauna, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils, VCR
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